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"You can dream, create, design, and build the most wonderful place in the world, but it requires people to make the dream a reality."—Walt Disney

Since opening over 10 years ago, we have sought to make the museum a place where our guests could find animation, innovation, and inspiration and immerse themselves in the remarkable life story of Walt Disney—the man who raised animation to an art, tirelessly pursued innovation, and created a distinctly American legacy, transforming the entertainment world. Donations help ensure future generations will continue to be inspired by Walt Disney’s life and legacy by supporting the museum’s unique galleries, special exhibitions, public programs, and educational efforts.

The Walt Disney Family Museum is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organization, and donations are fully tax deductible. The museum’s EIN is 46-4118590. For more information about making a contribution, please call 415.345.6843.

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Talks
Sat, Jul 26 | 1pm

“Step in Time” and join us in welcoming Gregg Sherman—co-writer and producer of Disney’s feature-length documentary, The Boys: The Sherman Brothers' Story (2009), and son of multiple-time Academy Award®- and Grammy Award®-winning composer Richard M. Sherman. Gregg will share stories and unique...

Talks
Sat, Jun 14 | 3pm

In 1955, a young man named Jim Henson created a television show featuring puppets called Sam and Friends and the rest is history. The Jim Henson Company has entertained multiple generations of children and adults, with television shows including The Muppet Show (1976–81), Farscape (1999–2004), Dinos...

Special Events
Sat–Sun, Jul 26–27
Shop in-person: Additional discount available 10am–5:30pm both days
(last entry to Museum Store at 5pm)
Shop online: Additional discount available Saturday 9am–Sunday 5pm PT

To show our appreciation, members will receive an additional 10% discount on in-store or online merchandise purchases made Saturday, July 26 and Sunday, July 27—see below for details. Shop exclusive merchandise from our Museum Store before attending Walking with Giants: The Untold Story of Mary...

Posted on Mon, 02/03/2025 - 14:49

On view February–April 2025.

To celebrate the release of our new book, Walt Disney Treasures: Personal Art and Artifacts from The Walt Disney Family Museum, we are displaying rare and unique objects from the collection that are also featured in the book. Some of the artifacts showcased in the book and here have never been seen by the public. These objects will be on view for free in the museum’s Awards Lobby and will rotate periodically through the beginning of 2025. The next installation in...

New Object Every Two Months
October 2024–September 2025

To celebrate the release of our new book, Walt Disney Treasures: Personal Art and Artifacts from The Walt Disney Family Museum, we are displaying rare and unique objects from the collection that are also featured in the book. Some of the artifacts showcased in the book and here have never been seen...

Posted on Tue, 05/06/2025 - 10:42

On view May–June 2025.

To celebrate the release of our new book, Walt Disney Treasures: Personal Art and Artifacts from The Walt Disney Family Museum, we are displaying rare and unique objects from the collection that are also featured in the book. Some of the artifacts showcased in the book and here have never been seen by the public. These objects will be on view for free in the museum’s Awards Lobby and will rotate periodically through the beginning of 2025. The next installation in this...

Summer Classes Classes
Mon–Fri, Jul 28–Aug 8 | 9am–3pm
(half-day Aug 8)

“This town ain’t big enough for the both of us…” does not apply to this Class! Saddle up and reach for the sky as we honor the 70th anniversary of Disneyland park. We will go behind the scenes of how Frontierland came to be and teach how to animate aspects of the Old West using digital 2D animation...

Summer Classes Classes
Mon–Fri, Jul 28–Aug 8 | 9am–3pm
(half-day Aug 8)

Whether it be a movie, a television show, or a video game, trailers help draw in viewers and give a glimpse of a new story that a studio is excited to share. This class will focus on making your own unique animated trailers using digital software, timing, and animation techniques incorporated to...

Films
Sat & Sun, May 3–31 | 2pm
No screenings May 10 & 17

Join us in celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with a special month-long screening of Raya and the Last Dragon (2021), an action-packed film about a young heroine who teams up with a talking dragon to save her home from a dark force. (Runtime: 107 minutes)

The Walt Disney Family Museum’s Advisory Committee is made up of extraordinary individuals, each with a substantial list of remarkable personal and professional achievements. Their combined insight, experience, and vision provide important strategic guidance for the museum in carrying out its mission and expanding its outreach and impact. Constituted in April 2015 to complement the museum’s Board of Directors, the Advisory Committee comprises the following distinguished members:

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Summer Classes Classes
Mon–Fri, Jun 16–27 | 9am–3pm
(no class Jun 19, half-day Jun 27)

Light is an important yet often overlooked aspect within art and animation. While we illuminate you about the technical aspects of adding lighting to your own scenes, we will also discuss the importance of light to express mood and how it tells a story.

Summer Classes Classes
Mon–Fri, Jul 14–25 | 9am–3pm
(half-day Jul 25)

It’s time to roll into adventure and prepare your spell slot sheets, travelers! Come join us on an incredible journey as we mix writing, visual art, and a little bit of simulation to create a captivating tale mixed with fun role-playing game elements. Explore what makes an exciting story as you dive...

Monday–Wednesday

The Museum is closed Monday through Wednesday.

May 22–Sep 7, 2025

The Walt Disney Family Museum is delighted to announce Mary Blair: Mid-Century Magic, a special exhibition exploring the creative vision and achievements of one of Walt Disney’s most imaginative and renowned designers and art directors.


On view beginning May 22, 2025, this new showcase of Blair’s...

For additional information, please contact our team at press@wdfmuseum.org, or call our team at 415.345.6854. 

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